Brașă Covaci

Meet Brașă Covaci, a Non-binary author hailing from the United States. At just 23 years old, they have already made a mark with the publication of two books, showcasing their versatility in English, French, and the uniquely crafted Grudinian language.

Having delved into the world of acting professionally, Brașă draws from their training and international experiences, infusing authenticity into their creative works. As a Quebecois-Irish individual, they seamlessly weave their diverse background into their writing, offering a rich tapestry of cultural influences.

In addition to being a prolific writer, Brașă is a proud member of the Jewish community, exploring and expressing their heritage through literary endeavors. Their commitment extends beyond conventional languages, as they employ the iel pronoun when speaking French and have even crafted the Grudinian language, a con-lang rooted in the Romance language family with a unique blend of influences from French, Romanian, Polish, and Hebrew.

Their dedication to the Jewish community is evident in their works published on Ritualwell and their ongoing projects, including translating the Torah into Grudinian and crafting an interpretive Siddur for Reconstructionist Jews.

In the world of Brașă Covaci, each element, be it language, heritage, or faith, contributes to a unique and vibrant narrative. As they continue to evolve as an author and language artisan, Brașă invites readers to join them on a literary journey that transcends boundaries and embraces the beauty of diversity.

Books in Brașă's 'The Grudinia Series'

The Fifer's Story

The Fifer's Story is Brașă's first full length work of fiction, taking place in a fictitious country called Grudinia in the Southern Indian Ocean.

"A Young Grudinian boy wants only one thing; to defend the memory of his father, and protect his country. For him, that means enlisting in the Grudinian Revolutionary Armed Forces. But at what cost will it be that he protects his country and his family from the powerful Country that Oppresses them? But also at what cost?"

Wings of Clay

Wings of Clay is an upcoming novel, based on the legendary Jewish myth of the Golem, with a surprising, and heartwarming twist.

"Isaac was always okay with being Jewish. He was even okay with being the Rabbi's kid. But, as he's entering a new school, hundreds of miles from where he grew up, he's faced with a new question; is he okay with who he is? Well, turns out if you pray hard enough... HaShem might just send you an answer. And the answer is one that Isaac never expected."

Brasha and Judaism

Brașă and Judaism

As a person of deep faith, Brașă has also done work writing within the Jewish Community as a Liturgist and Liturgical Poet.

Ritualwell, a community-driven ritual library operated by Reconstructing Judaism, has become the home of Several of Brașă’s poems and writings, including "Wherever there is Pride, there is Hope", "As I face my Plate", and other poems.

Some more recent additions include several poems written in the aftermath of the ongoing crisis in Israel and Palestine, with Brașă taking comfort in writing for the community.